CBCUUYMMFGD — BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY
CBCUUYMMFGD is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY in MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CBCUUYMMFGD is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY in MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CBCUUYMM
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY |
| Country | Uruguay (UY) |
| Location Code | MM |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CBCUUYMMFGD belong to?
The SWIFT code CBCUUYMMFGD identifies BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY in MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CBCUUYMMFGD mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CBCUUYMMFGD are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CBCU) represent the bank code for BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY; characters 5-6 (UY) indicate the country code for Uruguay; characters 7-8 (MM) specify the location code; and the final characters (FGD) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CBCUUYMMFGD active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CBCUUYMMFGD is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'MM' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CBCUUYMM instead of CBCUUYMMFGD?
Yes. The 8-character code CBCUUYMM represents the primary headquarters of BANCO CENTRAL DEL URUGUAY. The 11-character code CBCUUYMMFGD targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CBCUUYMM (or CBCUUYMMXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).